Canton, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
70,105 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,754 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$94,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$385 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$619 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stark County
3
Canton-Massillon Metro Area
3
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Stark County
5
Canton-Massillon Metro Area
4
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 26
Feb 2 6 28
Mar 3 5 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 6 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, OH State Senate District 29, OH State House District 49, OH
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Schools

Gibbs Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Canton College Preparatory School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Malone University
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
National Beauty College
3 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Medical Center
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Aultman Hospital
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
Alliance Community Hospital
15 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Akron-Canton Regional Airport
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
63 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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